Awards:

Joel was one of only two legislators to receive the National Federation of IndependentBusinesses' "Outstanding Legislator" for 2009 & 2010.

Joel was honored with the 2007 & 2009 "Legislator of the Year" award from WashingtonState Farm Bureau for his work on Critical Areas Ordinance legislation and his tirelesswork to preserve private property rights.

Joel was also recognized as the "2006 Legislator of the Year" by the Cattle Producers ofWashington for his legislative and local work to promote the heritage of ranching andfarming in Washington.